The Lakers are in need of a center, which has become a consensus. After the free agency market opens, there are many quality centers available, and among them, the center most closely linked to the Lakers is undoubtedly the Wizards' center, Valanciunas. Opinions on Valanciunas vary among fans. Some believe he is a good fit for the Lakers, while others think he is not suitable. The mainstream view is that he can help relieve pressure on Anthony Davis. So what is Valanciunas really like? Does he suit the Lakers? What changes can he bring to the Lakers? First, let's talk about why the Lakers need Valanciunas. It's simple; everyone knows the Lakers lack a true number five position player. Anthony Davis doesn't want to play as a center. He has repeatedly mentioned his desire to return to the power forward position. However, the Lakers' management holds a different opinion. Whether it's because they're afraid to spend money, think it's inappropriate, or unnecessary, remains unknown. But the reason the Lakers need Valanciunas is straightforward. In fact, the most urgent and necessary point is to use Valanciunas to reduce the burden on Anthony Davis and protect him. This is the fundamental reason. How important Anthony Davis is to the Lakers needs no further explanation. If he gets injured, the Lakers' season is over. Therefore, trading for Valanciunas to help Anthony Davis, even if it's just for five minutes, is very necessary. Having him play five minutes per game significantly enhances his safety. This is the primary purpose and most important thing about…

Translation: Pay attention to the dejected group below. They are the defending champions, representatives of top-tier combat power in the East. However, they were just completely overwhelmed and defeated by a team that was almost falling apart. This might be the toughest match for the Celtics so far. The one who brought them such a nightmare is called Sabonis. Both teams are three-point shooting powerhouses, with over 50 attempts in the first half alone. When the Celtics' three-point shots weren't falling, they were helpless. Meanwhile, the Kings were dominated on the boards by Sabonis. In the entire game, he scored 23 points while grabbing 28 rebounds, breaking a 40-year team record. Among these 28 rebounds, there were 8 offensive rebounds, equaling the total of the entire Celtics team... The Kings perfectly utilized Sabonis' mismatch advantage. If Embiid could play like Sabonis, coupled with the Cavaliers' twin towers, the Celtics would definitely not feel comfortable in the East. When the Kings suddenly fired Brown, people were worried that the team would fall into internal strife and disintegrate. However, the actual situation far exceeded the expectations of the fans. The new coach has a record of 6 wins and 1 loss since taking over, a remarkable improvement. This can only mean that it might really be a problem with Brown's abilities. Rumors of a conflict between Brown and Fox being forced out are groundless. The two of them had dinner together just a few days ago. The Kings' comeback illustrates an issue: good team chemistry is more important than blindly stacking talent.…

In the NBA arena filled with legends, a low whisper spreads like an electric current through every corner: "The storm of trades is brewing, who will be the next key to change the landscape?" The rumors about the three-team trade involving the Mavericks, Warriors, and Rockets have undoubtedly become the hottest topic in the basketball world. Here, every matchup is a battle of heartbeats, and each trade has the potential to reshape dynasties. Part One Under the dazzling lights of the Dallas Mavericks' home court at night, the fans' concerns cannot be hidden. The injuries to Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are like two重磅 bombs that have instantly lost direction for this once Western powerhouse. The young faces on the bench reveal confusion and unease in their eyes. The decline in performance is like a cliff, falling from the top of the West to sixth place, and the city's basketball faith seems to be experiencing an unprecedented test. Meanwhile, in San Francisco, within the Warriors' training camp, Curry's every shot seems particularly heavy. Facing a crushing defeat by the Kings with a 30-point gap, this MVP stands alone against the ruthless competition in the Western Conference. Head coach Steve Kerr's expression grows increasingly severe as he knows the road back to the peak is much more challenging than imagined. Under the night sky of Houston, a gloomy atmosphere fills the Rockets' locker room. Multiple player injuries have weakened the team's offensive power. The suggestion from American media is like an oasis in the desert, proposing to bring in Klay Thompson,…

The Houston Rockets gave their opponents a chance to seize victory, but they failed to capitalize on it. Alperen Sengun scored the highest points and rebounds for the team, but his free throw shooting was a letdown, with only 7 out of 15 attempts made, scoring just 1 point in the final quarter. Sengun has attempted at least 20 shots in two consecutive games (his season average is 15.5), aiming to make an All-Star push. Despite average defense and stamina, and inconsistent free throw shooting, his one-on-one play and passing are what Udoka likes. Udoka encourages Sengun to take advantage of opportunities and be brave in expressing himself. In an interview, Sengun admitted that Udoka always sets up tactics for him because he trusts him and believes his form will return. They maintain good communication throughout the game. Sengun once complained about facing double teams, but now with the improved shooting touch of Green and VanVleet, he can play more comfortably. Houston media suggests that the Rockets may try to trade for a shooter before the deadline, with Memphis' Kennard being a suitable candidate. Kennard scored 11 points in this game, shooting 4 out of 7 from the field, 3 out of 5 from three-point range, with a team-high +13 plus-minus. The Rockets need shooters to create space, yet they have demoted McVeigh, who actually has decent shooting ability. The Vipers, the Rockets' affiliate, also won on the same day as the Rockets. In their previous match, Shepherd scored 49 points but the Vipers lost to the Thunder's affiliate. This…

On January 11, Beijing time, in an NBA regular season game, the Nuggets defeated the Nets to secure their second consecutive victory. Nikola Jokic remained the top vote-getter in the Western Conference for the second round of All-Star voting, but he lost his first place on the NBA's official MVP list to SGA, ending his streak of eight consecutive weeks at the top of the MVP rankings due to two games of rest. In this game, he returned with a stunning performance, scoring 35 points, grabbing 15 rebounds, dishing out 12 assists, and making 4 steals, while Russell Westbrook contributed 25 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists. Jokic's abilities are truly unparalleled. After casually dribbling the ball at the waist position, he can score in various ways, including hook shots, layups, and fadeaways. In one quarter alone, he went 8 for 6, scoring 14 points, grabbing 3 rebounds, dishing out 4 assists, and making 2 steals, completing a 2+1 under the basket against two defenders. The second quarter was Jokic's rotation time, during which he played only 7 minutes, going 2 for 5 from the field and 2 for 2 from the free-throw line, scoring 6 points, grabbing 2 rebounds, dishing out 2 assists, and making 1 steal. By halftime, Jokic had already accumulated 20 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 steals, seemingly on his way to another triple-double. American media outlets believe that Jokic has the potential to dominate Shaquille O'Neal. In the third quarter, Jokic played 10 minutes, going 2 for 3 from the field and 1…

NBA regular season is full of excitement, and as the season progresses, the league's landscape is taking shape, with each of the 30 teams facing their own challenges! Take the West for example, where the young Thunder dominate and lead by a wide margin, while teams like the Rockets, Grizzlies, Nuggets, Mavericks, Lakers, Clippers, Timberwolves, Spurs, Warriors, and Kings compete fiercely, each with their own problems! The Golden State Warriors have only managed an 18-18 record, ranking 10th in the West, in a precarious position! Even though Curry is still the "Curry Day" who can shoot until he smokes, he simply can't carry this troubled Warriors team! In the Curry era, the Warriors have reached the NBA Finals six times and won four championships, making them one of the most successful dynasty teams in the league over the past decade. At the same time, the Warriors' owner has made a fortune, with the team's market value skyrocketing from 300milliontothe300 million to the 300milliontothe8 billion level! The Warriors have achieved both fame and wealth, and the owner is even more confident, setting a development strategy of "winning now and planning for the future." But what happened? After winning the championship in the 21-22 season, the Warriors were plagued with problems, both internal and external, and their dominance plummeted - they were eliminated in the Western Conference semifinals in the 22-23 season, and missed the playoffs in the 23-24 season! During this offseason, the Warriors underwent a major reshuffle of their roster, letting go of Klay Thompson, not pursuing Chris Paul, unable…

Victory! Sabonis scores 23+28+3, Tatum shoots 13 for 5, a new record is set, and the ninth place in the West changes hands On January 11, 2025, Beijing time, the 27-win and 10-loss Celtics faced the 18-win and 19-loss Kings at home. On paper, the Celtics had the advantage, but after the Kings changed coaches, their record soared, currently on a five-game winning streak. Could the Celtics defeat such a formidable opponent? The Celtics' starting lineup was Holiday, White, Brown, Tatum, and Porzingis, while the Kings were without Fox, starting Monk, Ellis, DeRozan, Murray, and Sabonis. In the first quarter, Brown's hook shot and Porzingis' three-pointer were matched by Monk's three-pointer and DeRozan's mid-range jumper, with both teams tied at 5-5. Brown scored four consecutive points to give the Celtics a 9-5 lead, but Murray hit two three-pointers, followed by Porzingis' mid-range jumper and Sabonis' offensive rebound basket, allowing the Kings to take a 13-11 lead. Brown then scored four more points to regain the lead by two points. However, Sabonis, Ellis, and Monk's three-pointers and dunks put the Kings up by six points. Porzingis responded with a three-pointer, but Sabonis answered back with another three-pointer, maintaining a six-point lead. Kornet's layup was countered by Monk and Huerter, leaving the Kings with a nine-point lead. Tatum and Pritchard scored for the Celtics, but DeRozan and Carter responded, ending the first quarter with the Kings leading 34-27. In the second quarter, Pritchard and Porzingis closed the gap, followed by Lyles' three-pointer. Horford, Porzingis, Holiday, and White scored consecutively, giving the Celtics…

On January 11, 2025, Beijing time, there were 7 NBA games today, involving the Warriors, Nuggets, Thunder, Kings, and Pelicans. After the games, the Western Conference standings saw some changes. The Thunder played away against the Knicks, with the Thunder missing Chet and Caruso, while the Knicks were without Miro. The Thunder suffered a greater loss in combat power, and it was expected that the game would be closely contested. However, the Thunder overwhelmed the Knicks, winning the first quarter by 14 points and the second quarter by 13 points. At halftime, they led by 27 points. In the second half, the Thunder maintained their advantage, keeping a large lead throughout the game, ultimately defeating the Knicks by 25 points. Alexander scored 39 points with 3 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals on 15 of 21 shooting. Isaiah Joe scored 31 points with 1 rebound and 2 assists on 11 of 16 shooting (8 of 11 from three-point range). Towns scored 23 points with 10 rebounds on 9 of 16 shooting, and Brunson scored 27 points with 1 rebound and 5 assists on 7 of 15 shooting. After the victory, the Thunder have a stable lead in the Western Conference with a record of 31 wins and 6 losses. They are ahead of the second-placed Rockets by 6 games, holding a significant advantage. The Kings played away against the Celtics, with Fox absent for the Kings, while the Celtics had all their main players present. On paper, the Kings were not considered strong opponents for the Celtics. However, the game…

On January 10th, Beijing time, with the deepening of the schedule, the Butler trade incident has taken a new turn. After Butler's team named ideal destinations such as the Rockets, Mavericks, Warriors, and Suns, the Heat felt humiliated and suspended Butler for a week on the grounds that he was harming the team, and publicly put him up for sale to the entire league. However, as time passed, with the lifting of the suspension approaching, the Heat did not receive a satisfactory offer, coupled with the poor performance of the Heat during Butler's suspension. Therefore, the Heat's accompanying reporter revealed that if Butler is not traded by next Saturday, Riley will welcome him back and re-enlist him to continue leading the team to compete for the championship. However, at that time, Butler will become a free agent this summer and can freely choose his ideal destination, leaving the Heat with nothing. Perhaps in the eyes of the Heat, Butler, who led the team to the finals twice in five years, would be very popular in the trade market, and they expected to send him away shortly after the trade window opened. However, things did not go as Riley had hoped. Although the Suns showed an extremely positive attitude, there were even reports that the Suns had prepared $121 million over two years for Butler, but unfortunately, the Suns' core chip, Beal, was not willing to cooperate. After learning from the media that he might become a bargaining chip, he openly used his trade veto power to tell the world that…

He is the NBA superstar who loves basketball the least. He went to the United States just to end his long-distance relationship with his girlfriend. Playing in the NBA was just a side thing. Unexpectedly, he turned from an underdog second-round pick into a three-time regular season MVP winner, leading his team to win the championship and earning the Finals MVP. So far in his NBA career, he has earned $250 million, bought a mansion, married his girlfriend, and now has two children, living a sweet life as a family of four. This player who has achieved both love and career success is Nikola Jokic. Born on February 19, 1995, in Sombor, a small city in the northwest of Serbia, Jokic's parents were not professional athletes, nor were any of their ancestors. However, both his father and mother are tall, giving birth to three sons who are also tall. Jokic's older brother is 2 meters 10 centimeters tall, his second brother is 1 meter 98 centimeters tall, and Jokic himself stands at 2 meters 11 centimeters. Jokic's two older brothers are two years apart in age, but Jokic is more than ten years younger than them. When he was still a primary school student, his two older brothers had already been recruited into the youth team due to their outstanding height, and he was also influenced by his brothers to fall in love with the sport of basketball. However, he initially only regarded basketball as a hobby and never thought about playing professionally. His favorite sport is horse racing, which…